Best Time to Visit Peru

Wondering what is the best time to visit Peru? Expect a variety of climatic zones during your Peru vacation. The lands stretches over a vast distance from the north to the south. There is also a significant difference in altitude between the coastal areas and the Andes. Thus, the climate of Peru differs greatly from one region to another.

Climate of coastal Peru – Lima, Chiclayo and Trujillo:

Summer: December – March

Winter: June – September

The weather on the coast of Peru is greatly influenced by the cold Humboldt current. During summer, temperatures range between 25 – 28 ° C in the northern coast while in winter, they dip to 10 – 15 ° C. The weather is more moderate in the South. During summer, the temperature in Lima rises to 26 while in winter, it dips to 15 ° C.

What to pack: Comfortable shoes and sun protection (sunglasses, hat and suntan lotion)

The climate in the Andes depends entirely on the altitude with two main seasons, dry and rainy. The best time to travel to Peru Highlands is between May to October, when the skies are clear. Temperatures range between 0 ° C to 20 ° C in the dry season and 5 ° C to 20 ° C in the rainy season.

What to pack: Comfortable hiking boots and clothing that can be used for layering. A warm jacket is ideal for the chilly evenings.

Climate in Northern Peru – Cajamarca, Leymebamba, Chachapoyas

Dry Season: May – September

Rainy Season: October – April

It is easy to differentiate between the dry and rainy seasons in Northern Peru. Since Cajamarca, Leymebamba and Chachapoyas lie in remote areas, a trip to these destinations is not recommended during the rainy season. The best time to travel to Northern Peru is from May to October, when temperatures range between 15 and 25 ° C.

What to pack: Waterproof jacket, comfortable hiking boots, sunglasses, hat and cream. A warm jacket or fleece is recommended for the evenings.

Climate in the Peruvian Amazon Jungle – Puerto Maldonado, Iquitos

Dry Season: May – November

Rainy Season: December – March

The Peruvian Amazon also experiences two distinct types of climates, the dry and the rainy seasons. During the dry season, temperatures can rise as high as 35 ° C, while in the rainy season, heavy showers occur at least once everyday. The region experiences high humidity levels throughout the year.

What to pack: Light cotton clothing with long sleeves and trousers to protect you from insect bites. A waterproof jacket is ideal, as are comfortable walking shoes with light soles, binoculars, mosquito repellent, sunglasses, hat and cream.

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